ICON Public Limited Company

$149.45 ▼ -2.19%
2026-06-06 08:36:01

Explore ICON Public Limited Company stock price, valuation, financial statements, dividend history, analyst estimates, and long-term business fundamentals on StockSifting.

Market Cap
$11.5 B
Current Price
$149.45
52W High / Low
$211 / $66.57
Stock P/E
50.12
Book Value
$120.07
Dividend Yield
ROCE
8.66%
ROE
2.44%
Face Value
EPS
$2.8
Exp Qtr EPS
Sector
Healthcare

ICLR — Monthly Price History

Adjusted close price  ·  Hover to see price & month

Pros

  • Balance sheet leverage appears manageable.
  • Short-term liquidity looks comfortable.
  • Valuation is not stretched on P/E basis.

Cons

  • Some data points may be missing or delayed because the source is not an official exchange feed.

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S.No. Name Price P.E. Market Cap Div Yld % ROCE ROE 52Week High/ Low Book Value
1. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. $472.8 25.75 $176.31 B 0.39% 8.52% 13.24% $643.99 / $385.46 $141.96
2. Danaher Corporation $184.3 35.52 $131.02 B 0.86% 6.12% 7.06% $242.8 / $160.93 $74.32
3. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. $562.16 40.5 $44.36 B 61.76% 70.87% $769.98 / $506.91 $20.14
4. Agilent Technologies, Inc. $135.44 27.28 $38.58 B 0.74% 14.25% 20.84% $160.27 / $108.35 $23.82
5. Waters Corporation $365.36 83 $37.29 B 20.92% 8.04% $414.15 / $275.05 $43.01
6. Natera, Inc. $215.31 $31.25 B -15.84% -15.13% $256.36 / $131.81 $12.26
7. IQVIA Holdings Inc. $183.45 22.11 $30.62 B 10.59% 22.46% $247.05 / $146.44 $38.34

Quarterly Results

Figures shown in M / B

Q3 2025Q2 2025Q1 2025Q4 2024Q3 2024
Sales2.04 B2.02 B2 B2.04 B2.03 B
Operating Profit258.9 M258.88 M264.31 M351.26 M293.29 M
Net Profit2.35 M182.97 M154.15 M260 M197.13 M
EPS in Rs0.032.42.023.42.58

Profit & Loss

Figures shown in M / B

2024202320222021
Sales8.28 B8.12 B7.74 B5.48 B
Operating Profit1.22 B1.05 B866.08 M607.9 M
Net Profit791.47 M612.34 M505.3 M153.19 M
EPS in Rs10.378.026.622.01

Balance Sheet

Figures shown in M / B

2024202320222021
Total Assets16.88 B16.99 B17.19 B17.39 B
Total Liabilities7.35 B7.75 B8.69 B9.32 B
Equity9.52 B9.24 B8.5 B8.07 B
Current Assets3.53 B3.41 B3.23 B2.94 B
Current Liabilities2.8 B2.83 B2.69 B2.48 B

Cash Flow

Last available yearly cash flow history

2024202320222021
Operating CF1.29 B1.16 B563.32 M829.14 M
Investing CF-266.79 M-226.65 M-145.87 M-6.02 B
Financing CF-837.18 M-844.04 M-864.17 M5.11 B
Free CF1.12 B1.02 B421.15 M735.39 M
Capex-168.06 M-140.69 M-142.16 M-93.75 M

5Y Margin & Growth History

Last 5 years of annual financial statement data.

2024202320222021
Revenue Growth %1.99%4.89%41.24%
Earnings Growth %29.26%21.18%229.87%
Profit Margin %9.56%7.54%6.53%2.79%
Operating Margin %14.73%12.88%11.19%11.09%
Gross Margin %29.42%29.56%28.6%27.52%
EBITDA Margin %18.88%18.74%17.39%11.05%

Dividend & Split History

Latest dividend payments and stock split events.

Dividend History

No dividend history available.

Stock Splits

No stock split history available.

Shareholding Pattern

Shares and value shown in M / B

Holder Name Type Shares Value % Out Report Date
VANGUARD SPECIALIZED FUNDS-Vanguard Health Care Fund Mutual Fund 1.21 M $138.61 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
VANGUARD WINDSOR FUNDS-Vanguard Windsor Fund Mutual Fund 1 M $114.1 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
AIM Sector Funds (Invesco Sector Funds)-INVESCO SMALL CAP VALUE FUND Mutual Fund 0.98 M $111.36 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
Principal Funds, Inc-International Equity Fund Mutual Fund 0.97 M $110.92 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
ALLSPRING FUNDS TRUST-Allspring Special Mid Cap Value Fund Mutual Fund 0.94 M $106.87 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
AIM Sector Fd.s -INVESCO VALUE OPPORTUNITIES Fd. Mutual Fund 0.8 M $90.92 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
John Hancock Funds III-Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund Mutual Fund 0.66 M $75.37 M 0.01% 2026-01-31
Artisan Partners Limited Partnership Institutional 6.87 M $784.94 M 0.09% 2025-12-31
Artisan Partners Funds Inc.-Artisan International Value Fund Mutual Fund 5.17 M $590.36 M 0.06% 2025-12-31
Wellington Management Group, LLP Institutional 4.35 M $496.81 M 0.05% 2025-12-31
Orbis Allan Gray Ltd Institutional 4.21 M $481.27 M 0.05% 2025-12-31
Invesco Ltd. Institutional 3.76 M $429 M 0.05% 2025-12-31
FMR, LLC Institutional 3.1 M $353.75 M 0.04% 2025-12-31
Principal Financial Group, Inc. Institutional 3 M $342.75 M 0.04% 2025-12-31
Franklin Resources, Inc. Institutional 2.99 M $341.81 M 0.04% 2025-12-31

Frequently Asked Questions — ICON Public Limited Company

Will ICON Public Limited Company stock hit $179 in 2026?

ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR) is currently trading at $149.45, with a 52-week range of $66.57 to $211.0. Reaching the $179 level would represent a 20% gain from the current price — a target many investors consider when evaluating near-term upside potential.

Wall Street analysts currently have a consensus price target of $131.92 for ICON Public Limited Company, with a Buy rating, and the most bullish analysts see the stock reaching as high as $180.0. Whether ICON Public Limited Company can reach $179 in 2026 depends on several factors: revenue and earnings growth trajectory, broader market conditions, sector sentiment within the Healthcare space, and any company-specific catalysts such as product launches, earnings beats, or strategic announcements.

Historically, ICLR has delivered a -12.2% CAGR over the past 5 years, which suggests the stock has demonstrated meaningful long-term growth momentum. However, past performance does not guarantee future results, and short-term price movements can be influenced by macroeconomic shifts, interest rate changes, and investor sentiment. Use the ICLR Stock Return Calculator on StockSifting to model different growth scenarios and see how various CAGR assumptions translate to potential price targets. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

Is ICON Public Limited Company stock worth buying at $149.45?

Whether ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR) is worth buying at $149.45 depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Here is a breakdown of the key metrics investors typically evaluate:

Valuation: ICON Public Limited Company trades at a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 50.1x, which can be compared against other Healthcare companies to assess whether the stock is expensive or attractively priced relative to its peers.

Profitability & efficiency: ICON Public Limited Company has a Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 8.7%, which reflects modest capital efficiency. Its Return on Equity (ROE) stands at 2.4%.

Financial health: The Debt-to-Equity ratio of 38.26 indicates a higher degree of financial leverage — investors should monitor debt servicing capacity.

Analyst view: The Wall Street consensus recommendation for ICLR is currently Buy, with a mean price target of $131.92 based on 13 analyst ratings. Always conduct your own due diligence and consider consulting a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Nothing on StockSifting constitutes financial advice.

What is the analyst price target for ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR) in 2026?

As of 2026, Wall Street analysts have set a consensus (mean) price target of $131.92 for ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR), aggregated from 13 analyst ratings. The overall analyst recommendation is Buy.

The price target range spans from $75.0 on the bearish end to $180.0 on the most optimistic projection, with a median target of $130.0. This wide range reflects differing views on ICON Public Limited Company's growth prospects, competitive positioning, and macroeconomic sensitivity.

It is important to note that analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates based on financial models, earnings projections, and sector assumptions — they are not guarantees. Targets are regularly revised following quarterly earnings results, management guidance updates, or shifts in the broader economic outlook. Stocks can trade significantly above or below analyst targets depending on market conditions. View the full analyst breakdown and track target revisions on the ICLR analysis page on StockSifting.

Is ICON Public Limited Company overvalued at a P/E ratio of 50.1x?

ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR) currently has a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 50.1x, meaning investors are paying $50.1 for every $1 of the company's trailing twelve-month earnings. Whether this makes the stock overvalued depends on several contextual factors:

Sector context: The Healthcare sector tends to command higher valuation multiples when growth expectations are elevated. A 50.1x P/E is on the higher end, suggesting the market is pricing in continued strong earnings growth — any disappointment in future earnings could lead to a multiple contraction.

Growth-adjusted valuation: A P/E ratio in isolation can be misleading. Fast-growing companies often deserve higher P/E multiples because their future earnings are expected to rise significantly. A more complete picture comes from looking at the PEG ratio (P/E divided by earnings growth rate) — a PEG below 1 is often considered undervalued, while above 2 may signal overvaluation. ICON Public Limited Company's ROCE of 8.7% suggests it has moderate capital returns.

Additional metrics to review: P/E is just one lens. Compare it alongside the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio, EV/EBITDA, Price-to-Sales, and free cash flow yield for a more complete valuation picture. View all of ICLR's valuation ratios on StockSifting's ratios section. Valuation is subjective and context-dependent — this is not investment advice.

What will ICON Public Limited Company stock be worth in 2029?

Projecting ICON Public Limited Company (ICLR)'s stock price 3 years into the future — to 2029 — requires making assumptions about the company's earnings growth, valuation multiple, and broader market conditions. No projection is guaranteed, but historical growth rates offer a reasonable starting point.

Based on ICLR's historical 5-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -12.2%, if that rate of growth were to continue, the stock could reach approximately $101 by 2029 — up from its current price of $149.45. This projection assumes the historical CAGR holds, which depends on ICON Public Limited Company sustaining its revenue growth, maintaining profit margins, and the market continuing to reward it at a similar valuation multiple.

In reality, stock prices rarely follow a straight-line trajectory. Short-term volatility, earnings misses, sector rotations, interest rate changes, and macroeconomic events can all cause significant deviations from any modeled path. Investors with a 3-year horizon should focus on the fundamental business trajectory — revenue growth, expanding margins, and free cash flow generation — rather than short-term price fluctuations.

You can model different scenarios — conservative, base, and bull case — using the ICLR Return Calculator on StockSifting. Enter any investment amount and CAGR assumption to see projected outcomes over your chosen time horizon. All projections are mathematical estimates only and do not constitute financial advice.